Ononis spinosa L.
Spiny Restharrow
Spiny restharrow is an erect, bushy perennial plant characterized by its wiry, branched stem which is downy and nearly always spiny. It grows to a height of approximately 46 cm (18 in). The leaves are small, dark green, oval or trefoil-shaped with toothed leaf-like stipules at their base. The flowers are deep pink and white, with the wings shorter than the hooked keel.
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Fabales
Fabaceae
Ononis
Ononis spinosa contains various bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, tannins, and alkaloids. These chemicals contribute to its traditional medicinal uses and potential pharmacological effects.
Historically, Ononis spinosa has been used in traditional Russian herbal medicine as an anodyne, antiphlogistic, aperient, coagulant, and diuretic. It has been applied to treat eczema, skin problems, hemorrhoids, chronic constipation, and infections of the anus. In medieval Russia, it was also used in the manufacturing process of bulat steel.
Late spring to early summer
46 cm (18 in)
Deep pink and white
Spiny restharrow thrives in lime-rich but nutrient-poor grassland on chalk and heavy, calcareous soils. It is found in southern temperate areas of Europe and Siberia.
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